Remote Lead HVAC Technician & Team Leader

Placements24; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle and fuel allowance

Remote work arrangement

Comprehensive health, dental, and vis​

Tools and equipment allowance

Training & development opportunities

Annual leave and public holidays

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Lead HVAC Technician for a fully remote role supporting clients across multiple locations. The candidate will lead a team of technicians, oversee complex HVAC installations, maintenance, and repairs, and ensure top-tier service delivery with strong problem-solving and leadership skills.

The ideal candidate has a trade HVAC qualification, 8+ years of hands-on HVAC experience, and deep knowledge of chillers, boilers, air handlers, and control systems.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification or certification in HVAC/Refrigeration.
• 8+ years of hands-on HVAC installation, maintenance, and repair.
• Experience leading technical teams.
• Proficiency with chillers, boilers, air handlers, and control systems.
• Valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Lead diagnostics, installation, maintenance, and repair of commercial/industrial HVAC systems.
• Oversee HVAC technicians and provide technical support.
• Develop proactive maintenance schedules to prevent failures.
• Troubleshoot complex HVAC issues and identify root causes.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and client requirements.
• Manage parts inventory for service calls.
• Interpret manuals and schematics for HVAC systems.
• Provide on-call emergency service and training to junior technicians.
• Mentor junior technicians and improve service delivery processes.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Time management

Remote work capability

Education

HVAC/Refrigeration trade qualification

Tools

BMS knowledge

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Lead HVAC Technician for a fully remote role supporting clients across multiple locations. The candidate will lead a team of technicians, oversee complex HVAC installations, maintenance, and repairs, and ensure top-tier service delivery with strong problem-solving and leadership skills.

The ideal candidate has a trade HVAC qualification, 8+ years of hands-on HVAC experience, and deep knowledge of chillers, boilers, air handlers, and control systems.